Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas
Maria Angelica Parada
Aug 11, 2025
Maria Angelica Parada, a beloved wife, mother, and friend, has entered God's presence on August 11, 2025, in Anderson, Indiana, at the age of 65. Born on November 20, 1959, in Capitán San Alejo La Union El Salvador, Maria lived her life as a testament to her unwavering love for her family and her deep faith. She was the heart...
Erica Marie (Wade) Cole
Aug 10, 2025
Erica Marie (Wade) Cole, 25, of Franklin, Indiana died tragically at 8:20 pm on August 10, 2025 as a passenger in a car driven extremely recklessly on I65 North just south of Indianapolis. Born on December 20, 1999, in Belize City, Belize C. A., Erica was welcomed into the family on April 18, 2006, as the sweet daughter of Jay...
Ella Mae Perkins
Aug 9, 2025
Ella Mae Perkins, a beloved mother, grandmother, and dedicated friend, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025, at the age of 83.
Born on September 26, 1941, in Paoli, Indiana, Ella was a vibrant spirit whose love for her family and friends illuminated every life she touched.
Ella was proud of her accomplishments as a welder, where she demonstrated skill and determination...
Paul Junior Jones
Aug 9, 2025
Paul Junior Jones, passed away peacefully in his sleep on August 9, 2025. He was the oldest child of Paul and Mary (Walker) Jones, born August 22, 1936.
He married Lillian Francis Conley on March 8, 1959. Paul and Lillian resided in Pendleton, Indiana all their married life until they transitioned to a nursing home. To this union two sons survive,...
Barry Lee Dillard
Aug 7, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Barry Lee Dillard, who left us on August 7, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on October 16, 1943, in Muncie, Indiana to the late Temas and Jama (Gustin) Dillard, Barry lived a life full of love, adventure, and creativity.
Barry graduated from Anderson High School in 1961 and...
Carolyn "Jane" Warfel
Aug 7, 2025
Carolyn ‘Jane’ Warfel, 80, of Pendleton, Indiana, formerly of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 7, 2025 at Community Heart and Vascular Hospital in Indianapolis. Jane was born on January 29, 1945, to William and Betty Frick in Harlingen, Texas. She graduated as a salutatorian from Lapel High School in 1962 and went on to earn her...
Marcelo Lopez Soriano
Aug 7, 2025
En memoria de: Marcelo López Soriano
Programa de servicios funerarios:
Velorio: Viernes 15 de agosto de 2025, de 3:00 p.m. a 5:00 p.m., en Bozell Funeral Homes, Brown-Butz-Diedring Chapel, 515 East 53rd Street, Anderson, Indiana 46013.
Misa católica: Inmediatamente después del velorio, el viernes a las 5:30 p.m., en la Iglesia Católica St. Mary's, 1115 Pearl Street, Anderson, Indiana 46016.
Segundo velorio: Sábado 16...
Robert W. Mason
Aug 7, 2025
Robert W. Mason, 83, of Anderson, passed away on August 7, 2025. He was born on December 26, 1941, in West Terre Haute, Indiana, to the late Floyd W. Mason and Wilma W. (Kersey) James.
On June 8, 1968, Robert married the love of his life, Doris Jeanne Schild, and together they shared 57 wonderful years of marriage. He spent much...
Misty L. Raines
Aug 5, 2025
Misty L. Raines, 45, of Wilkinson, Indiana, passed away August 5, 2025, suddenly at her residence.
She was born on November 25, 1979, in Anderson to Harold and Debra (Coomer) Kissick.
Misty graduated from Knightstown High School and was a self employed cook for the family business, the Horseshoe Cafe.
Misty was known as the Crazy Plant Lady; she enjoyed spending time with...
Charles F. Holden
Aug 4, 2025
Charles F. Holden, 86, of Shirley, Indiana, passed away August 4, 2025, at his residence in Shirley, Indiana after a brief illness.
He was born on January 11, 1939, in Hamilton, Ohio to William Holden and Viola Holden (Nickel).
He retired from International Harvester, now Navistar.
Charles enjoyed farming, NASCAR, and square dancing.
Charles is survived by his wife, Betty (Simmons) Holden of Shirley;...
Saundra Jo Smith
Aug 3, 2025
Saundra Jo Smith, 67, of Wilkinson, Indiana, passed away August 3, 2025 at IU Methodist Hospital in Indiana.
She was born on August 19, 1957, in Greenfield to Donald Craig and Nyla Sue (Riggs) Craig. Saundra graduated from Eastern Hancock High School and went two years as a Radiology Technician.
Saundra enjoyed Living History, time with her family and loved her Coke-a-Cola.
Saundra...
Frank W. Hinton
Aug 2, 2025
Frank W. Hinton, 82, of Ingalls, Indiana passed away, August 2, 2025, at his home.
He was born July 10, 1943, in Ontario, Oregon and resided in Ingalls since 2016.
Frank retired from GM Delphi in Anderson as a corporate accountant and purchasing agent following 30 years of service.
He was a 1961 graduate of New Plymouth, Idaho High School and the University...
Joel Ruiz-Mejia
Aug 2, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of Joel Ruiz-Mejia, just 25 years young, who left us on August 2, 2025, at Ascension St. Vincent Anderson Hospital. Born on September 18, 1999, in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, Joel was a vibrant spirit who brought joy and warmth to everyone around him. Joel graduated from Anderson High School and built...
Randall Lee Payne
Aug 1, 2025
Randall "Randy" Lee Payne, age 64, of Charlottesville, passed away Friday, August 1, 2025 at his residence.
He was born December 29, 1960 in Greenfield, Indiana the son of the late Charles and Frances “Joan” Payne.
Randy graduated from Eastern Hancock in 1979 and was the owner/operator of Paynes Auto. He was an avid golfer, racing enthusiast and loved playing cards and...
Nancy Jeanette (Bright) Day
Jul 30, 2025
In Loving Memory of Nancy Jeanette Day (née Bright)
Nancy Jeanette Day (née Bright) passed away on Wednesday, July 30th, 2025, leaving behind a legacy marked by humor, independence, strength, and love.
Born on January 9, 1939, in Pendleton, Indiana, Nancy was the daughter of Connie and Suzie Bright. Growing up in a small community, Nancy was shaped by the values instilled...
Loretta Jean Fox
Jul 30, 2025
Loretta Jean (Allen) Fox, 90, of Pendleton, died July 30, 2025, at her home.
She was born in Anderson, Indiana on September 23, 1934, to the late Robert James and Ruth (Stern) and was a longtime Pendleton resident.
Loretta Jean retired as a cafeteria worker from South Madison School Corporation. Previously she had started her career with Anderson Community Schools. She was...
Stacy A. Boles
Jul 27, 2025
Stacy A. Boles, 56, of Lapel, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at Community Hospital in Anderson following a sudden illness.
She was born on May 15, 1969, in Anderson, Indiana to Lynn Wright and Teresa (Troutman) Sexton. She was a 1987 graduate of Lapel High School, a 1991 graduate of Indiana University and a 2004 graduate of Indiana State...
Kathleen Friend
Jul 26, 2025
Kathleen Friend, 71 formerly of Anderson, passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Parkview Hospital in Ft. Wayne, Indiana following a brief illness.
She was born on August 17, 1953 in Muncie, Indiana to Thomas N. Kenyon and Bettie W. (Whitenack) Kenyon.
Kathleen graduated from Madison Heights High School in 1971 and received an associates degree from Ivy Tech. She retired...
Vevie Shaton Sykes
Jul 25, 2025
Vevie Shaton Sykes, 50, of Indianapolis, passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025, at Beaumont Rehab in Anderson.
She was born on June 8, 1975, in Peru, Indiana to Don Edward and Dorothy Jean (Jarnigan) Sykes. Vevie was proud to earn her G.E.D. at the Excel Center in Anderson. She was a certified nursing aid. She had previously worked at White...
Heather (Oleksy) Stinson
Jul 25, 2025
Heather (Oleksy) Stinson, 89, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2025. She was born on May 20, 1936, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to the late Jesse and Geraldine (Schaffer) Winner. Heather was a devoted wife to her husband Brad Stinson and a loving mother and grandmother to her family.
Heather graduated from Fort Smith High School in Arkansas and...
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